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Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

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D2C brands see 27% more orders ahead of Diwali; sales value up 45%: Report

According to ClickPost's report, gross merchandise value (GMV), the total value of goods sold, grew about 1.7 times faster than the number of orders

D2C brands see 27% more orders ahead of Diwali; sales value up 45%: Report
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 7:26 PM IST

Delhi records 369 AQI on Diwali eve; readings in several areas cross 400

The air quality is forecast to turn 'severe' on Sunday, with Diwali celebrations, vehicular emissions and the peak stubble-burning season expected to add to the pollution burden

Delhi records 369 AQI on Diwali eve; readings in several areas cross 400
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 7:11 PM IST

'Arrest me anywhere, I will raise Tricolour everywhere': Abhijeet Dipke

Comparing the Modi government with British rule, Dipke alleged that the present dispensation was attempting to restrict people's freedom

'Arrest me anywhere, I will raise Tricolour everywhere': Abhijeet Dipke
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:58 PM IST

Three investors offload 1.84% stake in Groww for ₹2,457 crore in bulk deals

The three investors offloaded more than 11.52 crore shares, representing a combined 1.84 per cent stake in Groww on Friday, as per the data

Three investors offload 1.84% stake in Groww for ₹2,457 crore in bulk deals
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:37 PM IST

PM Modi extends Diwali wishes, says will celebrate festival with soldiers

In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi said he will celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm

PM Modi extends Diwali wishes, says will celebrate festival with soldiers
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:28 PM IST

Penguin was 'uneasy' with criticism of govt in my memoir: Sonia Gandhi

In an interview with The Guardian ahead of the release of the book on November 10, Gandhi said Penguin was "uneasy in general with the criticism of the government"

Penguin was 'uneasy' with criticism of govt in my memoir: Sonia Gandhi
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:01 PM IST

Delhi to ban entry of non-BS-VI vehicles for 3 months every year from Nov 1

Air quality in the national capital is predicted to turn 'severe' from Saturday, with Diwali celebrations, vehicular emissions and the peak stubble-burning season expected to add to the burden

Delhi to ban entry of non-BS-VI vehicles for 3 months every year from Nov 1
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 6:00 PM IST

UP govt hikes DA by 5%, employees to get arrears retrospectively from Jul 1

The enhanced dearness allowance will be paid along with the regular salary for November 2026. This government decision will benefit lakhs of employees across the state

UP govt hikes DA by 5%, employees to get arrears retrospectively from Jul 1
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 5:57 PM IST

From strategic eastern airbase, Rajnath urges highest military readiness

Singh underlined the importance of making the military increasingly technology-driven to effectively address future security challenges

From strategic eastern airbase, Rajnath urges highest military readiness
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 5:32 PM IST

Emergency a mistake, Indira later regretted decision: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi was quoted as saying that it inflamed tensions within the family, too, as Rajiv attempted to confront his mother, but she refused to listen

Emergency a mistake, Indira later regretted decision: Sonia Gandhi
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 5:07 PM IST

Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings files draft papers with Sebi for IPO

The proposed IPO will be entirely an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 99,74,61,456 equity shares by promoter Hindustan Coca-Cola Overseas Holdings Pte Ltd

Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings files draft papers with Sebi for IPO
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 3:13 PM IST

Divi's Labs Q2 result: Net profit rises 64% to ₹1,127 cr on higher revenue

Revenue from operations grew 35.4 per cent to ₹3,676 crore in the September quarter, while net profit for the first half of FY27 declined 35.4 per cent to ₹2,029 crore

Divi's Labs Q2 result: Net profit rises 64% to ₹1,127 cr on higher revenue
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 3:11 PM IST

Centre allows transfer of prisoners between Chandigarh, other states

The amended provisions allow convicted and undertrial prisoners to be transferred between Chandigarh and other states or Union territories, subject to specified approvals and conditions

Centre allows transfer of prisoners between Chandigarh, other states
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:37 PM IST

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi cancels Diwali celebrations over Cyclone Arnab damage

Majhi has asked people not to bring gifts or bouquets and urged them to help those affected by the cyclone and subsequent floods in the state's southern districts

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi cancels Diwali celebrations over Cyclone Arnab damage
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:32 PM IST

Tamil Nadu CM orders rollout of free laptop scheme for college students

First and second-year UG, diploma students studying in government and state-aided colleges in a string of courses, including medicine, agriculture, and law, will benefit

Tamil Nadu CM orders rollout of free laptop scheme for college students
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:30 PM IST

Amber Enterprises arm IL JIN Electronics files DRHP for ₹2,500 crore IPO

The proposed IPO will comprise an entirely fresh issue, with proceeds earmarked for debt repayment, manufacturing equipment purchases and general corporate purposes

Amber Enterprises arm IL JIN Electronics files DRHP for ₹2,500 crore IPO
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

Sharad Pawar discharged from Mumbai hospital after treatment for infection

The 85-year-old NCP-SP chief was treated for a chest and respiratory infection for three days after being shifted from Pune's Ruby Hall Clinic on November 4

Sharad Pawar discharged from Mumbai hospital after treatment for infection
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:15 PM IST

Abhishek Banerjee alleges 'BJP hooligans' attacked his Kolkata residence

The TMC MP alleged the incident was part of a plot to kill him, while clashes between supporters of the two parties left several people injured

Abhishek Banerjee alleges 'BJP hooligans' attacked his Kolkata residence
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:12 PM IST

Rahul questions E20 petrol ethanol levels, cites Karnataka test results

The Congress leader claimed 11 of 14 samples collected from seven Karnataka districts contained more than 20 per cent ethanol and asked the Centre to disclose the actual fuel composition

Rahul questions E20 petrol ethanol levels, cites Karnataka test results
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 2:02 PM IST

'Great damage' done to India's democracy under Modi govt: Sonia Gandhi

Ahead of her book launch, the Congress leader said restoring the country's systems would take time and effort from political parties, even after the Modi government leaves office

'Great damage' done to India's democracy under Modi govt: Sonia Gandhi
Updated On : 07 Nov 2026 | 1:23 PM IST